hehe Eating out is cheaper than buying pots and pans???? Hmmm sounds like someone doesnt really want to cook <wink>
If you got to WalMart, they have some small sets of pretty good cookware for under $100. Granted, it's not cephalon, but good heavy nonstick aluminum.
I'd still say to start checking garage sales, good will, etc. When you find Revereware at a sale, (or another name brand if you prefer) pick it up piece by piece. That way, it's cheaper than the dollar menu at Micky D's